What is a Makerspace? "To define a school makerspace by its purpose and simplest of terms, it is a place where young people have an opportunity to explore their own interests; learn to use tools and materials, both physical and virtual; and develop creative projects." (makerspaceforeducation.com) Building a Makerspace in the BMS Library I started... Continue Reading →
East TN Librarian of the Month Name: Jordyn Horner Hometown: Gate City, VA School: Karns Middle School School District: Knox County Schools Grades Served: 6-8 What do you love most about being a school librarian? I love being able to share my passion for reading. I love that I get to use my creativity for... Continue Reading →
Teachers Ruth-Ann Logsdon, Jessica Alley, Denise Cooper, and School Librarian Katie Capshaw with their awards. The Teacher Collaboration Award recognizes exemplary classroom teachers who collaborate with the school librarian. The winner of this award receives a $500 prize. This year's recipients alongside Library Media Specialist, Katie Capshaw, include Jessica Alley, Emily Marks, Phillip Stevenson, Denise Cooper, and... Continue Reading →
West TN Librarian of the Month Name: Angela Coakley Hometown: Little Rock, Arkansas School: Marion G Evans Elementary School District: Shelby County Schools Grades Served: PreK-5th Grade Average # of Students per Class: 20 What do you love most about being a school librarian? Interacting and connecting with scholars, I love the enthusiasm that they... Continue Reading →
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